Symptoms To Report to Your Doctor

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Symptoms To Report to Your Doctor

People with diabetes benefit from staying in close contact with their doctors. During check-ups, it is important to report any new symptoms that you are having.

The following symptoms can be a sign of an emergency. If you have any of them, contact your doctor right away.

Symptom	Your risk
If you have a very high blood sugar (more than 400 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl)	You are at high risk of dehydration. You may require intravenous fluids if your sugar is not lowered soon. A sugar this high may be a sign of infection if your diabetes is usually in better control.
If you frequently have low sugar, with or without these typical symptoms: Trembling Sweating Anxiety Blurred vision Rapid heartbeat Difficulty concentrating Weakness Headache	You probably need an adjustment in your medicine dose. Episodes of low blood sugar can be dangerous, so contact your doctor now. Don't wait until your next scheduled appointment to discuss this with your doctor.
If you have a fever higher than 101 degrees	You should be evaluated in case you have a serious infection.
If you have: Chest pain or pressure Shortness of breath Arm or neck tingling or numbness Nausea Sweating	These can be symptoms of a heart attack. Call for emergency help.
If you have: Confusion Speech difficulty Weakness on one side Difficulty walking Dimming, blurring, or loss of vision An unusual or severe headache	These can be symptoms of a stroke. Call for emergency help.

Last updated December 18, 2011

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